Examiner: KHATRI, NILESH B

Analysis

Nilesh B. Khatri, an examiner in Tech Center 3600 and Art Unit 2407, has resolved 188 cases. The allowance rate is 61.7 percent, and the median days to allowance is 1160. These figures indicate a moderate level of difficulty and a standard timeline for patent prosecution, with about six out of ten cases resulting in a grant.

The interview lift is 24.2 percent, showing that interviews are very effective with this examiner. This significant lift suggests that direct communication can help bridge the gap between the examiner's position and the applicant's claims. Practitioners should prioritize interviews as a way to overcome rejections and improve the overall probability of securing a grant beyond the 61.7 percent baseline.

For applicants, the 1160 median days to allowance provides a predictable timeframe. The 24.2 percent interview lift is a key strategic tool that should be utilized early in the process. By engaging with Khatri directly, practitioners can significantly enhance their chances of success and potentially resolve complex technical issues more efficiently than through written responses alone.